Have a Boo-tiful Time at Final Outdoor Market of 50th Season
GREATER DES MOINES, IA (Oct. 23, 2025) – The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health will wrap up its milestone 50th season this Saturday, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to Noon. Marketgoers are encouraged to dress in costumes while they stock up on late season produce and enjoy trick or treating at their favorite local food and drink vendors.
“As we celebrate the close of our 50th season, this is a special time to thank our vendors and customers for a great season,” said Elizabeth Weyers, Downtown Farmers’ Market Manager. “We’re so grateful to the community that continues to make The Market a success and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back indoors for the Winter Market next month.”
The Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market presented by Prairie Meadows will return for its 20th season Nov. 21 – 23, offering an indoor shopping experience at the Iowa Events Center, Hall C of the EMC Expo Center. Attendees will find everything needed to create beautiful gifts or prepare delicious meals for friends and family including late season produce, poinsettias, holiday wreaths and ornaments making it a perfect destination to kick off the holiday season.
“As the Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market marks two decades, Prairie Meadows is proud to be part of its ongoing story,” said Julie Stewart, Chief Operating Officer of Prairie Meadows. “This event not only supports local farmers and artisans but also brings people together to experience the heart of our community during the holiday season.”
2025 Winter Market Hours:
- Friday, Nov. 21: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 22: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 23: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Winter Market will also host a Holiday Porch Planter Make-and-Take event on Saturday, Nov. 22. Market vendor, Quilted Gardens Nursery and Landscaping, will teach participants how to create a Holiday Porch Planter. Classes cost $50 per person and include all the necessary items to create a welcoming holiday decoration for your porch. Register here for the 11 a.m. class and here for the 1 p.m. class.
The Downtown Farmers’ Market, presented by UnityPoint Health, and the Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market, presented by Prairie Meadows, are free and open to the public.
Learn about programming updates and more at The Winter Market website or email The Market.
About the Downtown Farmers’ Market
The Downtown Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday morning May – October in the Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines. The Market also produces the Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market in November. Find more information at desmoinesfarmersmarket.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/DowntownFarmersMarket and on Twitter and Instagram at @dtfarmersmarket.
About Downtown DSM, Inc.
Downtown DSM, Inc. is part of the Greater Des Moines Partnership and is dedicated to ensuring the continued growth of Downtown Des Moines (DSM). A strong region needs a strong Downtown. Downtown DSM, Inc. leads efforts to drive development, placemaking and events in Downtown DSM. It promotes Downtown through integration of retail, restaurants, businesses, housing, events and placemaking. The Downtown Events Group enhances the vibrancy of Downtown DSM through the creation, elevation and activation of arts, culture and humanities events and community placemaking. Learn more at downtowndsmusa.com.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves 12 counties in Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa: Adair, Clarke, Dallas, Guthrie, Jasper, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Poweshiek and Warren. Together with more than 400 Investors and an Affiliate Chamber of Commerce network of more than 7,200 Regional Business Members, The Partnership drives economic growth and talent development to advance quality of life in DSM with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.